Simrad RS20S VHF Radio with GPS - Marine Communication System with NMEA Connectivity

RS20S VHF Radio with GPS

Features:

• Built in GPS Antenna


• Receive GPS data from a compatible GPS unit: SMA connector for optional external GPS antenna (000-13613-001)


• Replaces the current RS12 entry level VHF


• NMEA2000 connectivity for advanced functionality like backlight grouping when connected to Simrad MFDs


• NMEA0183 connectivity


• Output DSC (for DSC call), DSE ( for enhanced position when doing Lat/Long request and Buddy Track).


• New front mountable mechanical design for easy installation


• Low profile design to align with style of Simrad MFDs


• Full inbuilt country specific channel banks


• no requirement for LC programming or cloning

Start Up Wizard:

• Region Country selection


• Enter MMSI


• Call sign


• GPS source selection


• Time offset

Improved SCAN Features:

• ALL SCAN


• ALL CHANNELS + 16


• MY CHANNELS


• MY CHANNELS + 16

Favourites Shortcut:

• Customizable favourite functions


• Defaults


• Contrast


• Sensitivity


• VHF info

Channel Name:

• My Channels


• Set Channels as favourite channels


• Enter favourite channel mode by long pressing channel dial


• Only favourite channels will be included in channel scrolling

Track up to 5 Buddies:

Track buddy is a feature that automatically requests the position of another VHF radio. Simply enter the MMSI of the VHF into your contact list, then start tracking!

• Feature for Simrad entry level VHF radios


• Polls your contacts for their Lat/Long position automatically


• Can be set to 1, 5, 15, 30 or 60 minute intervals


• Displays the position on a compatible chart plotter


• Great for keeping track of friends, family or vessels you need to know the position of

The Simrad RS20S VHF Radio with GPS offers reliable marine communication combined with advanced GPS features. Designed with a sleek, low-profile front-mountable mechanical case, this radio seamlessly integrates with your vessel's style while providing essential functionalities for safety and navigation. Its built-in GPS antenna and SMA connector for external GPS antennas ensure accurate positioning data, crucial for navigation and safety at sea. The RS20S replaces the popular RS12 entry-level VHF, offering enhanced features such as NMEA2000 connectivity for integration with Simrad MFDs and NMEA0183 support for broader device compatibility. These connections enable advanced functionalities like backlight grouping, DSC calls, and enhanced position sharing via DSE, making it an ideal choice for serious mariners. The radio’s user-friendly start-up wizard simplifies region, MMSI, call sign, GPS source, and time offset configurations, ensuring quick and hassle-free setup. The RS20S includes comprehensive channel banks tailored to specific countries, eliminating the need for programming or cloning, and supports full channel scanning with customizable options, including all channels, favorites, and channel groups. The customizable favorites shortcut allows quick access to preferred channels, contrast, and sensitivity settings, enhancing ease of use. An innovative feature is the ability to track up to five vessels or friends by entering their MMSI, which automatically polls their position at selectable intervals, displaying their location on compatible chart plotters. This functionality is invaluable for maintaining awareness of nearby vessels or loved ones during marine activities. The RS20S’s robust feature set, combined with straightforward installation and operation, makes it an excellent choice for recreational and professional mariners seeking a versatile, reliable VHF radio with GPS capabilities. For detailed instructions and specifications, refer to the owner’s manual available online.

Features:

• Built-in GPS antenna with optional external antenna connection for enhanced positioning accuracy

• NMEA2000 connectivity for integrated vessel network communication and advanced functionality

• NMEA0183 support for compatibility with a wide range of marine electronics

• Output DSC and DSE for distress calls and enhanced position sharing

• Front-mount mechanical design for easy installation

• Low-profile design aligned with modern Simrad MFD aesthetics

• Country-specific full channel banks with no programming required

• Start-up wizard for quick configuration of region, MMSI, call sign, GPS source, and time offset

• Enhanced scanning options including all channels and favorites

• Customizable favorites shortcut for quick access to preferred channels and settings

• Channel name management with long press for favorite channels and scroll filtering

• Track up to 5 vessels or contacts by MMSI for automatic position polling and display on compatible charts